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The title fight is fully back on with Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri at the forefront, making it a tight battle that could go down to the wire. Nico Hulkenberg finally earned a podium, proving his worth in Formula 1 and getting a well-deserved moment in the spotlight with Sauber. Max Verstappen’s season continues to be a rollercoaster with moments of brilliance but also setbacks, leading to fading title hopes as McLaren drivers dominate the championship battle. Tovább a cikkhez

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Isack Hadjar became the fourth driver to retire from the chaotic British Grand Prix after crashing into the rear of Mercedes driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli. The Racing Bulls driver explained over team radio that he wasn’t able to see the Italian due to the intensely wet weather conditions. After crashing into the rear of the Mercedes at Turn 9, Hadjar was sent flying into the gravel and eventually collided with the barrier, resulting in a yellow flag. Luckily for the Mercedes driver, Antonelli was able to continue with the race,…

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“Manthey Porsche driver Thomas Preining secured victory in the second race of the Norisring round in the 2025 DTM season, starting from sixth on the grid and executing a flawless strategy to triumph over Emil Frey drivers Jack Aitken and Thierry Vermeulen. The race began with a dramatic incident in Turn 1, involving several cars that retired, leading to a red flag to clear the debris from the track. After the restart, Preining managed to overtake both Aitken and Vermeulen during pitstops to claim the lead and eventually win the…

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Shane van Gisbergen and Connor Zilisch, teammates at Trackhouse and former teammates at JR Motorsports, both sported Red Bull and WeatherTech paint schemes at Chicago. Despite facing challenges during the race — Zilisch driving through the field after a practice wreck and SVG dealing with mid-race strategy issues — a late-race yellow led to a tense battle between the teammates for the win. Zilisch, caught off guard by SVG’s aggressive move, expressed his frustration but acknowledged SVG’s racing for the win. Reflecting on the race, Zilisch regretted not anticipating SVG’s…

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LEGO faced a tough challenge after the Miami Grand Prix pre-race parade, where they showcased drivable replicas of all Formula 1 cars with the top drivers. The event turned into a slow-motion race with LEGO debris everywhere, setting a remarkable precedent for F1. Designer Samuel Liltorp Johnson was tasked with creating the podium trophies for the British Grand Prix, honoring 75 years of F1. Instead of starting from scratch, the trophies were inspired by the traditional British Grand Prix awards, including the iconic RAC cup. The winner’s trophy, made of…

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Racing Bulls debuted a striking new livery at Silverstone, designed by Nigerian-British artist Slawn in collaboration with fashion brand Hugo. The graffiti-style artwork is a reflection of the team’s evolving identity, showcasing a departure from traditional liveries and a fresh approach to engaging fans, even on platforms like TikTok. Slawn, known for blending Yoruba heritage with London’s urban energy, made history as the first artist to transform an F1 car into a moving canvas at 200 mph, a design that extends to the drivers’ suits and staff kits. CEO Peter…

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The morning shower at Silverstone had just passed when we started preparing for the Formula 1 British Grand Prix. Although rain was expected over the weekend, it stayed mostly dry until Sunday morning. Race strategies will be heavily influenced by the weather in the afternoon, given the unpredictable British climate. Tire behavior will be crucial as Silverstone’s 52-lap race unfolds, especially in the high-load corners. With temperatures low, tire graining is expected to be a major concern rather than thermal degradation. This could lead to challenging tire management throughout the…

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Qualifying at Formula 1’s British Grand Prix was intriguing, with the top six cars within 0.229s in Q3. The different set-up choices played a crucial role in determining the grid positions. Ferrari and Mercedes prioritized speed in corners over straights, while Red Bull opted for a lower-downforce setup for better straightline speed. Max Verstappen’s move to a low-downforce wing proved beneficial in finding the right car balance and achieving pole position. The strategic setup differences between teams promise an exciting race with varying strengths and weaknesses on the track. McLaren’s…

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McLaren team principal Andrea Stella believes Ferrari’s latest upgrades will bring lasting intrigue to the Formula 1 championship battle, despite missing out on pole position at the British Grand Prix. Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc showed strong performance, leading practice sessions, but ended up fifth and sixth in qualifying, with Max Verstappen claiming pole for Red Bull. Stella acknowledges Ferrari’s improvements and sees potential for them to challenge at the front for the remainder of the 2025 season. He considers Ferrari the strongest team based on their pace in all…

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